[ECOLOG-L] Job: USDA Forest Service Forestry Technicians

[David Inouye]

Forest Inventory and Analysis Program
Rocky Mountain Research Station
USDA Forest Service
Issue Date: February, 2017
INTEREST ANNOUNCEMENT
FORESTRY TECHNICIANS (GS-462-5, and GS-462-6)
The USDA Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station’s Forest 
Inventory and Analysis Program,

Ogden, UT, anticipates filling the following positions:
• Up to 12 forestry technicians in support of the field inventory. These 
positions will be advertised in the
Forestry Technician (GS-462) series at the GS 5 and 6 levels. These are 
temporary positions (not to
exceed 1039 hours) and the duration of the work is expected to be about 
6 months. The anticipated

start date is April or May 2017.
All of the positions serve as members of the Interior West Forest 
Inventory and Analysis Program,
headquartered in Ogden, Utah, which conducts forest resource inventories 
and forest health monitoring
activities throughout the interior west states including Arizona, 
Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Nevada,
Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. For more information about the Program, 
please visit our internet site at

www.fs.fed.us/rm/ogden/.
Each position will serve as part of a two person forest resource 
inventory crew. The forestry technician
crew members work under the direction of a local crew leader. The work 
involves contacting land owners
for access; locating study plots using aerial photo baseline and GPS 
techniques; conducting extensive
resource and health inventories including tree measurements and foliage 
evaluations, understory vegetation
composition and structure estimates, site characteristics and soils 
evaluations, etc; using various

measurement instruments and electronic data recorders.
Fieldwork regularly includes extensive hiking and backpacking in remote 
and rugged areas, in all weather
conditions, and carrying heavy daypacks (~45 lb.) or backpacks (60+ 
lb.). Depending on location, a variety
of other methods are used to access plots including ATV’s, horses, 
aircraft, and boats; please contact us for

specifics of each location.
The area sampled by the RMRS Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) program 
cover a diversity of ecological
communities. Terrain varies from dry ponderosa pine, oak woodland and 
juniper forests at lower elevations
and the southern portion of the 8-state territory; to the high alpine 
forests of Colorado, Wyoming, and the
Rocky Mountains; to the temperate rain forests of northern Idaho and 
northwestern Montana - and
everything in between! Each crew covers a large area, and all staff will 
experience a wide variety of

country.
The field season typically runs from April through November. In all 
locations, overnight travel away from the
duty station is frequent, and may include periods of extended and 
continuous travel. The ability to work
productively as part of a team, meet the physical demands of this 
challenging outdoor work, and to quickly
learn a complex set of field protocols are all very important in this 
position!
The positions are based at a number of different locations. Hiring needs 
for the 2017 field season will depend, somewhat, on the staff returning 
from prior field seasons, and other turnover. The locations, and 
expectation of need to fill a position there, are indicated in the table 
below
The purpose of this Outreach Notice is to determine the potential 
applicant pool for these positions. The vacancy announcement for these 
positions, when open, will be posted at the USA Jobs website, the U.S. 
Government’s official site for jobs and employment information: 
www.usajobs.gov
If you would enjoy working as part of the Forest Inventory and Analysis 
Program, we encourage you to express your interest in the position(s) as 
soon as possible. If you reply to this outreach notice, we will notify 
you when the positions are announced (anticipated to be about the 
beginning of March). For additional information, please contact any of 
the supervisors listed above, or Bob Rhoads at (801) 625-5685 or 
brho...@fs.fed.us.
This outreach is for your information. If you are an education 
institution please post the Outreach to your Jobs Board.

Thank you for your interest in these positions!
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service prohibits 
discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, 
color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, 
marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual 
orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or 
because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public 
assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs). 
Persons with disabilities who require alternate means for communication 
of program information (Braille, large print, audiotapes, etc) should 
contact USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD).
To file a complaint of discrimination write: USDA, Director, Office of 
Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave, SW, 

[ECOLOG-L] Postdoc: Groundwater Ecohydrology with DHS in Reno

[David Inouye]

An opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow, Groundwater Ecohydrology with DHS 
in Reno has been posted to http://jobs.dri.edu . 
This position is open to DRI and the public, to ensure full 
consideration all applications should be received by March 16, 2017.


Attached is a flyer for the position that can be sent to colleagues, 
listservs or potential applicants that you may know of.  It is in our 
best interests to attract as large and diverse a pool of applicants as 
possible; simply posting ads in various places and waiting for people to 
apply may not be sufficient. If you need color copies for a meeting or 
conference you are attending, please let me know and HR will get those 
together for you.


Thank you all very much for your help!

Joanne Huston, SPHR, CEBS

Desert Research Institute

Human Resource Generalist

755 E Flamingo Rd

Las Vegas, NV 89119

Ph:  702-862-5548

Fax:  702-862-5557

[ECOLOG-L] Opportunity to participate in a decomposition study in Tropical Montane Forests

[Martin,Patrick]

Dear Tropical Montane Cloud Forest Researchers,



As a part of an NSF-funded research coordination network on tropical montane 
science and ecology (CloudNet, http://cloudnet.agsci.colostate.edu), we are 
organizing a global study on decomposition processes in tropical montane 
forests (TMFs) with an emphasis on including cloud-affected areas or “cloud 
forests.” Specifically, we are interested in examining decomposition across 
large geographic scales as well as within sites along environmental gradients 
(climate, land use, soil fertility, etc.). A pan-TMF study will help evaluate 
the commonalities and contrasts in a key ecosystem process across TMFs as well 
enabling comparisons with other ecosystems such as lowland tropical forests. We 
have designed this study with methods that will be directly comparable with a 
pantropical decomposition study conducted at 27 sites in lowland tropical 
forests (Powers et al. 2011, J. Ecol).


This study will use a short-term litterbag and ‘popsicle stick’ experiment to 
evaluate decomposition rates and processes of leaves and wood in TMFs. Similar 
to the Powers et al. (2011) study, we will use a common leaf standard (bay 
leaves), place bags above- and belowground, and make decomposition bags of two 
different mesh sizes to examine the influence of micro- vs. macrofauna. In 
addition, we will add a wood decomposition component (Meier et al. 2012, Soil. 
Biol. Biochem.).



We have a detailed methods protocol that will be sent to all participants. 
Litterbags will be provided for all participants as well, ready to be put out 
in the field. To participate, the study will require a minimum of 3 visits to 
at least one location in your TMF site: the 1st to initiate the study at the 
beginning of the wet season in your site in 2017, and the 2nd and 3rd to 
collect and weigh the samples (approximately 3 months and 7 months after 
deployment). All contributing researchers will be granted co-authorship on the 
manuscript of this work.



If you are interested in participating in this study or have questions about 
the specifics, please email Jim Dalling 
(dalli...@life.illinois.edu), Becky Ostertag 
(oster...@hawaii.edu), or Patrick Martin 
(patrick.mar...@colostate.edu) no later 
than March 1st, 2017. Also, please feel free to pass this opportunity along to 
other researchers who would be interested in participating.

Jim, Becky, Patrick

[ECOLOG-L] Ecosystem Model Research Scientist Opening

[David Inouye]

Subject: Ecosystem Model Research Scientist Opening
InuTeq invites applications for an Ecosystem Model Research Scientist to 
evaluate the effectiveness of multiple existing ecosystem biogeochemical 
models in characterizing ecosystem responses to land management 
activities, disturbances, and environmental changes. Detailed 
description of the the position and application instructions can be 
found at the ASRC Federal Job listing 
site*(*http://www.asrcfederal.com/careers/jobs 
). Search for Ecosystem Model 
Research Scientist - 17000224

___

All applications must go through the above website.
--
*Jane Smith, Office Administrator*
ASRC Federal InuTeq, contractor to USGS EROS
47914 252nd Street
Sioux Falls, SD  57198
tel:  605-594-6105
fax: 605-594-6529
jane.smith@usgs.gov 

[ECOLOG-L] NSF funded PhD opportunity in animal physiology and community ecology

[Robin Warne]

NSF funded PhD opportunity in animal physiology and community ecology.

We are seeking a PhD student for an NSF funded study testing how changes in
animal physiology and foraging behavior feedback to affect plant community
ecology. The research will focus on kangaroo rats and their grassland
communities in New Mexico, and will include the experimental manipulation of
endocrine stress physiology and use of digital telemetry, and stable isotopes. 

The student will work with both Dr. Robin Warne and Dr. Justin Boyles in the
Zoology Department at Southern Illinois University. Our labs are highly
research active, and we collectively maintain a strong and diverse cohort of
undergraduate and graduate researchers. More information can be found at
http://warnelab.weebly.com/ and mypage.siu.edu/jgboyles. For inquiries or to
apply, please send a cover letter and CV to Dr. Robin Warne (rwa...@siu.edu). 

[ECOLOG-L] REU position in pollination ecology of fragmented systems

[Alex Harmon-Threatt]

The Harmon-Threatt lab at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign is 
seeking an undergraduate student for a NSF funded REU studying bee 
diversity and movement in the Missouri glades. The glades have a high 
amount of natural fragmentation, which make it a unique area to study how 
the quality of landscape surrounding fragmented bee habitat influences 
resource availability and bee diversity. This project aims to understand 
what resources the landscape surrounding the glades provide and how these 
resources influence bee movement and community structure. 

Throughout the 10-week program, the student will assist with lab and field 
work, while also developing an independent research project. Due to the 
unique landscape and high level of endemism of the Missouri glades, there 
are numerous independent questions students can address that will produce 
publishable results. Most work for this project will take place at UIUC 
but will include funded trips out to the glades in SE Missouri to conduct 
field work. The position includes a $5,000 stipend along with additional 
funding for housing.
Qualifications:
- United states citizens or permanent residents
- Have a valid drivers license  
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program for fall of 2017. Students 
who have received their bachelor's degrees and are no longer enrolled as 
undergraduates are not eligible to participate. 
- A strong interest in bee, pollination, or plant ecology 
- Not have an allergy or serious aversion to bee stings
- Some experience in entomology or field ecology is preferred but not 
required

Applications are due by March 10th and should be a single file consisting 
of: 
-Cover letter detailing any relevant experience, interest in the position, 
and future professional goals 
-CV/resume
-Transcript (unofficial is ok)
-Contact information for 3 references 

Applications and any questions regarding the position should be sent to 
kba...@illinois.edu 
For more information about the lab, please visit our website: 
https://www.life.illinois.edu/harmon/ 

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Senior Ecologist/Research and Development Manager - Western North America

[Anne Frances]

Job opportunity at NatureServe based out of the Boulder office. More 
information here: https://natureserve.applicantpro.com/jobs/

JOB TITLE: Senior Ecologist/Research and Development Manager - Western North 
America
LOCATION: Boulder, CO USA
SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Senior Ecologist/Research and Development Manager - 
Western North America plays a leadership role in the advancement, development 
and application of ecological information standards, methods and tools to 
support conservation decision making. The western North America Region includes 
the western USA, western Canada, and Mexico. This position is responsible for 
providing regional leadership, new partner cultivation, and project development 
by fostering and maintaining relationships with agencies and institutions that 
will benefit from NatureServe’s products and services and support NatureServe’s 
conservation priorities. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Work closely with the Chief Ecologist to provide 
strategic vision for advancing NatureServe’s Ecology Department priorities 
within the region. Provide input to organizational strategic planning and 
direction. Lead cultivation of new collaborations and maintain key partnerships 
with funding agencies (federal and state agencies, NGOs, and others) that will 
benefit from NatureServe’s products and services and support NatureServe’s 
conservation priorities within the region. Lead the development of project 
concepts, proposal writing, and budgeting to support NatureServe priorities. 
Work with NatureServe Member Program Coordinators (and other staff as 
appropriate) to advance regional science priorities and help strengthen program 
participation. Advance the regional development and maintenance of terrestrial 
and aquatic ecological classifications by working with staff, partners, and 
users to support this work. Help to develop new methods and tools to advance 
biodiversity conservation and support the creation and application of new 
standard ecological data. Examples include ecological integrity assessments, 
climate change vulnerability assessments, and conservation status assessments. 
Participate on interdisciplinary teams and oversee the application of 
ecological methods in support of conservation decision making. Complete 
project-based tasks including planning and oversight of research, field data 
collection, spatial and tabular data analysis, and product development. Publish 
research findings and represent NatureServe by providing training and 
presentations at conferences and workshops. Oversee the management of 
ecological data in the region and advance its access through NatureServe 
websites, USNVC.org, and other online platforms. Recruit, train, and supervise 
regional Ecology Department staff focused on project management and technical 
project work.  The essential job functions listed above are not meant to be 
all-inclusive and may be subject to change at any time.

HOW TO APPLY
Click on the link below to complete NatureServe’s online application.
https://natureserve.applicantpro.com/jobs/
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER VETERANS/DISABLED
4600 N Fairfax Dr, 7th Floor
Arlington, VA  22203
TEL   703-908-1800
www.natureserve.org

ABOUT US: NatureServe, a nonprofit conservation science and technology 
organization, provides the scientific basis for effective conservation action. 
With nearly 100 staff and an international network of over 80 natural heritage 
programs across the United States, Canada, and Latin America, we are the 
leading source of information on terrestrial ecosystems and at-risk species. We 
provide information and tools to conservation groups, government agencies, 
corporations, academia, and the public to help them make informed decisions 
about managing our natural resources.

Anne Frances, Ph.D.
Lead Botanist
NatureServe – A Network Connecting Science with Conservation
4600 N. Fairfax Dr., 7th Floor
Arlington, VA 22203
http://www.natureserve.org

[ECOLOG-L] Field Technician II and III Limnology job opportunities with NEON

[Laura Reynolds]

COMPANY OVERVIEW
 
Battelle and its affiliate, Battelle Ecology, Inc. manages and operates 
the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON™) project, which is 
solely funded by the National Science Foundation. A 30+ year project 
dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive 
species impact ecology, the observatory’s scientists and engineers are 
collecting a comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental 
scale across 20 eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems. Our 
teams use cutting-edge technology, including an airborne observation 
platform that captures images of regional landscapes and vegetation; 
mobile, relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated 
ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews 
who observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect soil 
and water data. Once structures are completed, a leading edge 
cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information. 
The Observatory includes more than 500+ personnel and is the first of 
its designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at 
continental scales.

JOB SUMMARY

The Field Technician positions report to the Field Operations Manager.

Field Technician II - The Field Technician II is a biological sampling 
lead performing seasonal and periodic sampling activities and sample 
processing. The Field Technician II will be the technical lead for 
performing routine maintenance and inventory management on all 
terrestrial sampling equipment. The Field Technician II will provide 
guidance to temporary field crews while working in the field and 
laboratory.
 

Field Technician III - The Field Technician III is the shift lead 
performing and supervising seasonal and periodic sampling activities and 
sample processing. The Field Technician III will have primary 
responsibility for coordinating sampling and laboratory activities at 
terrestrial sampling sites. The Field Technician III will have 
additional roles and responsibilities assisting the Field Operations 
Manager with management of the Domain Support Facility, hiring and 
training seasonal field staff, and acting as manager in the absence of 
the Field Operations Manager.

LOCATION
The Domain 06 Field Technician’s primary work location is near 
Manhattan, KS.  This position supports sites in the Prairie Peninsula 
Domain.  Prairie Peninsula candidate sites are located at Konza Prairie 
Biological Station near Manhattan, KS and at the University of Kansas 
Field Station near Lawrence, KS.  The Prairie Peninsula Domain includes 
parts of Kansas, Nebraska, southern Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, southern 
Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

Limnology Emphasis:

Monitor and sample aquatic sites for water quality, biological 
indicators, physical properties of site (e.g. gaging streams, geomorphic 
mapping, etc.), and leading field crews to perform the aforementioned 
items.
Test, troubleshoot and operate instruments, calibration equipment and 
test fixtures.
Inspect and maintain aquatic sensors, gear and equipment.
Assist the NEON Systems Engineering Product Team with instrument 
installation and testing (approximately the first 6 months).
Perform aquatic vegetation diversity and primary productivity 
measurements.
Sample for aquatic invertebrate and fish diversity and abundance.


REQUIRED: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

All Technician Levels:
Ability to work in a team environment.
Experience should include performing scientific data entry and data 
management.
Ability to hike off-trail to assigned field site for long distances 
carrying field equipment (pack weighing up to 40 lbs.) for extended 
periods of time.
Ability and willingness to travel overnight frequently (e.g. semi-
monthly for 3-4 nights).
 
Equivalent education and experience may be considered. 
Field Technician II
Bachelor’s Degree in ecology, environmental sciences or related 
scientific discipline.
Three (3) or more years’ of related experience.



Field Technician III
Bachelor’s Degree in ecology, environmental sciences or related 
scientific discipline.
Five (5) or more years’ of related experience. Previous experience in 
scheduling, training, leading and auditing the performance of field 
crews required.

To see full job descriptions and to apply go to: www.neonscience.org 

Must possess a current and valid State issued driver’s license with 
insurable Department of Motor vehicle record (parking violations, minor 
driving offenses excluded) as determined by Battelle Ecology Inc.’s 
insurance provider.
 
Must have permanent authorization for US employment. Battelle Ecology, 
Inc. will not provide any kind of visa sponsorship.

This position offers competitive total rewards including 401(k), health, 
vision and dental insurance, paid time off and the opportunity to work 
at an organization with a great mission.

Battelle Ecology, Inc. 

[ECOLOG-L] Job announcement: Swarovski Waterschool Educator

[Natalie Marioni]

*Job Title:* Swarovsk Waterschool Educator
*Job Type: *part-time (approx. and no more than 29 hour/ wk)
*Job Duration: *April - December 2017, with likely extension for two years
pending additional funding
*Organization: *The National Great Rivers Research & Education Center/
Lewis and Clark Community College
*Location: *East Alton, IL (St. Louis Metro East region)
*Pay:* $18.29/hr
*Last Date to Apply:* April 3, 2017 (*Applications will be reviewed on a
rolling basis.*)

The Swarovski Waterschool educator will have an exciting opportunity to
join a project on the ground level, in advance of the summer launch of the
newly developed Swarovski Waterschool USA Mississippi River program housed
at the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC). The
Swarovski Waterschool global programs, established along many rivers of the
world including the Danube (Austria), Ganges (India), Yangtze (China), Nile
(Uganda), Amazon (Brazil), and now the Mississippi (United States),
educates children ages 8-15 and their communities about the ecological,
economic, social and cultural issues that affect water use on a local and
global level, and provides clean drinking water and sanitation in schools
and communities across the globe. The newest Swarovski Waterschool at
NGRREC is the first in North America and is located on the Mississippi
River, at the confluence of the Illinois, Mississippi, and Missouri Rivers.
NGRREC’s Swarovski Waterschool educator will join a team of professionals
to plan, develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate educational programs
relating to the Swarovski Waterschool USA Mississippi River program. A
primary goal of this Waterschool program is to empower youth to make
tangible, positive impacts on how their community interacts with and makes
decisions about the watershed. This goal is accomplished through a
combination of hands-on educational activities and educator professional
development designed to increase student understanding of the human
connection to and reliance on a healthy, functioning river ecosystem by
people living alongside and with the Mississippi River.

*Position Description:* Work with the Education Director and Swarovski
Waterschool partner team to plan, develop, implement, coordinate, and
evaluate educational programs relating to the Swarovski Waterschool USA
Mississippi River program, a program housed at the National Great Rivers
Research and Education Center. The goal of this Waterschool program is to
empower youth to make tangible, positive impacts on how their community
interacts with and makes decisions about the watershed. This goal is
accomplished through a combination of hands-on educational activities and
educator professional development designed to increase student
understanding of the human connection to and reliance on a healthy,
functioning river ecosystem by people living alongside and with the
Mississippi River.

Candidates must have a BA or BS in environmental education, life science,
environmental science, or other related field. Graduate candidates in areas
of environmental education are encouraged to apply. For additional
qualification requirements or other  information, please see the full
announcement: http://jobs.lc.edu/postings/1110.

Natalie Marioni
Director of Environmental Education & Citizen Science
The National Great Rivers Research & Education Center (www.ngrrec.org)
Ph: #618.468.2783

[ECOLOG-L] Field Technician II and III Instrumentation job opportunities with NEON

[Laura Reynolds]

COMPANY OVERVIEW
 
Battelle and its affiliate, Battelle Ecology, Inc. manages and operates 
the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON™) project, which is 
solely funded by the National Science Foundation. A 30+ year project 
dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive 
species impact ecology, the observatory’s scientists and engineers are 
collecting a comprehensive range of ecological data on a continental 
scale across 20 eco-climatic domains representing US ecosystems. Our 
teams use cutting-edge technology, including an airborne observation 
platform that captures images of regional landscapes and vegetation; 
mobile, relocatable, and fixed data collection sites with automated 
ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and trained field crews 
who observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect soil 
and water data. Once structures are completed, a leading edge 
cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this information. 
The Observatory includes more than 500+ personnel and is the first of 
its designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at 
continental scales.

JOB SUMMARY

The Field Technicians reports to the Field Operations Manager.

Field Technician II - The Field Technician II is a biological sampling 
lead performing seasonal and periodic sampling activities and sample 
processing. The Field Technician II will be the technical lead for 
performing routine maintenance and inventory management on all 
terrestrial sampling equipment. The Field Technician II will provide 
guidance to temporary field crews while working in the field and 
laboratory.


Field Technician III - The Field Technician III is the shift lead 
performing and supervising seasonal and periodic sampling activities and 
sample processing. The Field Technician III will have primary 
responsibility for coordinating sampling and laboratory activities at 
terrestrial sampling sites. The Field Technician III will have 
additional roles and responsibilities assisting the Field Operations 
Manager with management of the Domain Support Facility, hiring and 
training seasonal field staff, and acting as manager in the absence of 
the Field Operations Manager.

LOCATION
The Domain 06 Field Technician’s primary work location is near 
Manhattan, KS.  This position supports sites in the Prairie Peninsula 
Domain.  Prairie Peninsula candidate sites are located at Konza Prairie 
Biological Station near Manhattan, KS and at the University of Kansas 
Field Station near Lawrence, KS.  The Prairie Peninsula Domain includes 
parts of Kansas, Nebraska, southern Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, southern 
Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instrumentation (tower) emphasis:

Test, troubleshoot and operate instruments, calibration equipment and 
test fixtures.
Inspect and maintain civil infrastructure including boom arms, sensor 
mounts, towers, boardwalks and instrument huts. 
Assist the NEON Systems Engineering Product Team with instrument 
installation and testing (approximately the first 6 months). 
Record activities, completed work and trouble tickets according to Field 
Operations protocol.

REQUIRED: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

All Technician Levels:
Ability to work in a team environment.
Experience should include performing scientific data entry and data 
management.
Ability to hike off-trail to assigned field site for long distances 
carrying field equipment (pack weighing up to 40 lbs.) for extended 
periods of time.
Ability and willingness to travel overnight frequently (e.g. semi-
monthly for 3-4 nights).
 
Equivalent education and experience may be considered. 
Field Technician II
Bachelor’s Degree in ecology, environmental sciences or related 
scientific discipline.
Three (3) or more years’ of related experience.

Field Technician III
Bachelor’s Degree in ecology, environmental sciences or related 
scientific discipline.
Five (5) or more years’ of related experience. Previous experience in 
scheduling, training, leading and auditing the performance of field 
crews required.

To see full job descriptions and to apply go to: www.neonscience.org

Must possess a current and valid State issued driver’s license with 
insurable Department of Motor vehicle record (parking violations, minor 
driving offenses excluded) as determined by Battelle Ecology Inc.’s 
insurance provider.
 
Must have permanent authorization for US employment. Battelle Ecology, 
Inc. will not provide any kind of visa sponsorship.

This position offers competitive total rewards including 401(k), health, 
vision and dental insurance, paid time off and the opportunity to work 
at an organization with a great mission.

Battelle Ecology, Inc. provides employment and opportunities for 
advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual 
merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, 
sexual orientation, 

[ECOLOG-L] Seasonal position with USGS - Moab, Utah

[CRS Jobs]

UNITED STATES ~ DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR ~ GEOLOGICAL SURVEY 
TEMPORARY RECRUITMENT BULLETIN 
VACANCY NO: CRS 17-06
POSITION: Biological Science Aid 
SALARY: GG-0404-03: $12.53  
OPEN PERIOD:2/17/2016 - 2/22/2016  17:00 MST
TYPE OF APPT: Temporary, Not-to-exceed 1039 paid hours. 
TOUR OF DUTY: Full-Time, with possible periods of part-time and 
intermittent work 
LOCATION: Few vacancies, Southwest Biological Science Center, 
Canyonlands Research Station, Moab, Utah
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All U.S. Citizens 

THESE ARE TEMPORARY EXCEPTED SERVICES POSITIONS for which all qualified 
applicants, with or without Federal status, may apply and be considered. 
Appointment to these positions, however, will not convey permanent 
status in the Federal service. Appointment will only be for the duration 
of the position, in this case 1039 hours or less. Positions may offer 
rehire eligibility for subsequent appointments, provided the employee 
has not exceeded 1039 hours of work in a 12-month period and has 
achieved an acceptable level of performance. Temporary employees are 
covered by the Social Security Retirement System and annual and sick 
leave will be accrued; and employees are eligible for health insurance 
coverage. 

The U.S. Geological Survey has determined that the duties of this 
position are not suitable for telework.

The USGS is recruiting for a biological technician to assist with field 
work, lab work, and data entry on a range of dryland ecological 
investigations.  The position will be located in the USGS offices in 
Moab, UT.  Moab is a small town offering a variety of outdoor 
adventures, and more information about Moab can be found at 
www.discovermoab.com.
Description of Duties: Incumbent will perform laboratory and field work. 
This position is in the Canyonlands Research Station, Moab, Utah. Work 
is performed over a wide geographic area requiring overnight trips (15-
20 nights during the busiest seasons usually in April/May and Sep/Oct) 
and possibility of work in remote areas. Incumbent participates in a 
research program focusing on the ecology and physiology of plants and 
biological soil crusts, the effects of experimental drought on desert 
ecosystems, soil science, plant-soil interactions, invasive plants, and 
other pressing issues in desert ecosystems. Course work in botany, plant 
physiology, range science, and soil science is optimal. Incumbent will 
perform routine laboratory and field work. Duties include long days of 
collecting field data under extreme conditions, processing vegetation 
and soil samples for chemical and physical analysis, use of complicated 
scientific instrumentation, and use of excel and/or access for data 
entry and summary. 

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:
Conducts field sampling of vegetation and soils of the Colorado Plateau 
with accuracy and precision specialized techniques at pre-selected study 
sites under supervision of field crew leader.
Prepares samples and performs laboratory analysis of plant and soil 
samples to determine specific chemical, physical, and/or biological 
characteristics under supervision of a project lead.
Enters data on a Windows-based computer using spreadsheets.
Knowledge of processes, methods & procedures of biological science; 
knowledge of routine field data collection procedures; skill in 
operation, maintenance, and servicing of biological recording and 
measuring instruments; knowledge of procedures utilized in a biological 
lab. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is physically demanding and may involve moderate or sometimes 
extreme exposure to discomforts of rain, cold/hot weather, etc. A pre-
employment physical is required.

QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for a GG-3 you need three (3) months of field 
party experience OR one (1) year of sub-professional experience OR six 
(6) months of college with courses related to the field of employment. 
Six months of college is equivalent to 15 semester hours in any 
combination of courses such as biological, physical science, 
engineering, or math. Sub-professional experience consists of working as 
a technician or aid in a laboratory or similar environment. 
Field Survey Party — Experience with a field survey party includes 
activity associated with making and recording geologic, hydrologic, 
biologic, or topographic field observations; collecting geologic, 
biological, or water samples for laboratory analysis; applying accepted 
data collection techniques and methods in the performance of field work 
in support of scientific investigations; and using a variety of 
surveying instruments and electronic or mechanical instrumentation in 
the making and recording of field measurements and observations designed 
to collect data for physical/ biological science investigations. Only 
time actually spent in the field can be credited when qualifying 
individuals under the field party experience option.
Sub-professional Experience — Sub-professional 

[ECOLOG-L] Position Available: Biological Science Specialist at Ash Meadows NWR, NV

[Amy Gladding]

The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service, is recruiting for a Research Associate (RA) to serve as a
Biological Science Specialist at the Ash Meadows Fish Conservation
Facility, Amargosa Valley, NV.  Primary duties include development and
implementation of a long-term ecosystem monitoring plan for a 100,000
gallon refuge tank that simulates the Devils Hole spring ecosystem and
provides habitat for a backup population of endangered Devils Hole pupfish,
and assisting the aquaculturist/fish biologist in fish and aquatic
invertebrate culture and care.  The RA works directly under the supervision
of the Facility Manager and with project partners and cooperators.  Main
duties include:
• Acts as lead technician on the inventory and monitoring of the refuge
tank ecosystem.  This includes conducting a wide variety of water quality
tests to monitor biotic and abiotic parameters, such as water chemistries,
nutrients, and bacterial loads.  This also includes development, planning,
scheduling, and implementing aquatic invertebrate surveys, fish surveys,
and substrate and algal surveys.
• Continues the development and implementation of the currently in-progress
ecosystem monitoring plan for the refuge tank ecosystem.  This includes
determining appropriate survey equipment, experimental design, database
management, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) of large datasets,
statistical analyses, creating and updating SOPs, presentations, and
reports to supervisors and cooperators.
• Assists in culture and inoculation of aquatic invertebrates in aquaria
• Assists with fish culture and care for desert fishes in aquaria.
• Works independently to maintain and troubleshoot environmental monitoring
equipment such as Hach multiprobe water quality sensors, light meters, HOBO
temperature loggers.  Ability to reference O manuals, written and
video-recorded SOPs, and other resources, as required.
• Accurately records and archives data and meticulously maintains and
archives written records of laboratory and field activities, including by
not limited to: water qualities, aquatic flora and fauna propagation and
culture activities, environmental surveys, and all other work completed.
The incumbent will keep these records in such a manner that they may be
referenced and interpreted by internal and external regulatory agencies for
the purposes of endangered species management for high-profile species.
• Follows SOPs and sterile technique procedures to ensure proper
cleanliness, decontamination, and sterilization of laboratory and hatchery
facilities, equipment, and sampling gear.
• Assists in the planning and execution of the planned program by making
recommendations and ensuring communication are effective between facility
staff and other partners and offices.
• Works cooperatively with various U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service partners
to address ecological, hatchery, and fish and invertebrate culture
questions to further the successful propagation of native aquatic organisms
in the southwest.
• Heads outreach, scheduling, training, and direct supervision to
volunteers for facility activities.
• The work is completed in both indoor and outdoor locations, often in
extreme conditions, and often working alone.
• Requires considerable physical exertion such as bending, crouching,
stooping, stretching, reaching, lifting, and cleaning. Some weekend and
odd-hour work may be required.
• Applicant must be comfortable working at a facility that is located in a
semi-remote desert location.

Compensation and Timeline:
• Rate of Pay:  $21.00/hour
• March/April 2017 – September 2017
• Full time, 40 hours per week
• ACA compliant health benefits

Location:
Ash Meadows NWR, one of the first wetlands in the United States to be
designated a Wetland of International Importance, comprises over 24,000
acres of spring-fed wetlands and alkaline desert in the Mojave Desert of
southern Nevada near Death Valley National Park.  The Refuge was
established in 1984 to protect threatened and endangered species and more
than two dozen endemic plant and animal species.  The Refuge also provides
habitat for over 100 species of plants and animals that are considered
sensitive, or are state protected or priority species.
The Research Associate must provide his/her own reliable transportation for
non-work-related trips since the closest personal amenities and grocery
stores are located approximately 30 miles from the Refuge in Pahrump,
Nevada.  The city of Las Vegas is located approximately 90 miles southeast
of the Refuge.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s and two years of experience or Master’s degree in biology or
environmental sciences (e.g. ecology, fisheries, entomology, conservation
biology, wildlife management, or related field) OR at least four years of
full-time work experience in a closely related field.
• Experience in data collection and management and project reporting.
• Familiarity with and ability to use a microscope to 

[ECOLOG-L] New paper about impact aquaculture on marine top predators

[Bruno Díaz López]

I am delighted to bring to your attention the publication of my last paper in 
Marine Ecology journal: 

Diaz Lopez B., 2017. Temporal variability of predator presence around a fin 
fish farm in the North-western Mediterranean Sea. Marine Ecology 38(1), e12378. 
DOI: 10./maec.12378

Abstract: Recently, aquaculture has generated worldwide interest as a result of 
the overexploitation of wild stocks combined with a growing international 
demand for fish and seafood products. Wild fish attracted to the marine fish 
farms, together with the presence of the farmed fish, are powerful attractants 
to predators that normally feed on similar or identical fish stocks in nature. 
This 9-year study describes for the first time in Mediterranean waters the 
temporal variability of mammalian and avian predators in a coastal fin fish 
farm. In all, 99 months (1062 days during 36 consecutive seasons) were spent in 
the field. By examining the results of this study, it is clear that species as 
seagulls, shags, bottlenose dolphins and grey herons (considered to cause 
economic loss in aquaculture owing to direct predation) interact regularly with 
the fish farm. Although bottlenose dolphins and grey herons were not the most 
important of all predator species, predatory interactions with the fish farm 
occurred with what seems to be increasing regularity. Another result observed 
is the possible bottlenose dolphins’ attraction caused by the harvesting 
operations in the fish farm. The fish farm offers an alternative food source 
for predators; hunting at fish farms usually requires less effort on the part 
of the predator, and becomes a more attractive option than hunting wild fish 
over wide ranges. During the period of this study, individually identified 
dolphins feeding were regularly observed feeding on discarded fish from fish 
farm workers during harvesting operations, supporting the possibility that some 
individuals are habituated to this food supply. Based on the evidence presented 
in this paper, it is recommended that strategies for the management of both the 
aquaculture industry and marine mammal populations should take the results of 
this study into consideration.

The paper can be download via the following link:


http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10./maec.12378/full
Please feel free to contact me if you don't have access to the paper.

Kind regards,
 
Bruno Díaz López
Chief biologist and Director
The Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute BDRI
Avenida Beiramar 192, O Grove 36980, Spain
www.thebdri.com
0034 684 248552

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you for your cooperation.

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Seasonal Field Technician (Veg + Animal Behavior), WY

[Lauren Connell]

2017 Summer Field Technician: Thunder Basin National Grassland, WY

Position:   Rangeland Field Technician
Employer:   University of Wyoming
Pay:$13/hr; housing provided; work 4 days (10 hrs/day) with 3-day 
weekends 

Seeking Rangeland Field Technician to assist in data collection for two 
projects: 1) behavior of black-tailed prairie dogs; 2) vegetation 
response to prairie dogs, fire and grazing. Primary duties include 
vegetation monitoring, forage quality and biomass sampling, and prairie 
dog behavioral work. Miscellaneous duties may include installing small 
mammal exclosure cages, organizing for upcoming work day, data entry 
and/or video processing of prairie dog behavior. We provide on-the job 
training for vegetation monitoring techniques and plant identification. 

This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in a northern 
mixed-grass prairie with the University of Wyoming, private landowners, 
the US Forest Service and the USDA Agricultural Research Service. 
Technicians gain practical field skills for vegetation, grazing, and 
wildlife monitoring.  There will opportunities to interact with other 
researchers working on grassland birds and sagebrush restoration 
projects.   


Preferred Skills:   Experience with vegetation monitoring methods 
(robel pole, estimates of species percent cover, shrub volume, shrub 
canopy, shrub herbivory, etc.) and rangeland plant ID skills. We work 
long days in inclement weather so a hard working attitude and sense of 
humor go a long way! 

Field Season:   May 15 – August 15 (dates semi-flexible)

Contact:Send resume and cover letter to Lauren Connell (Crew 
leader) lconn...@uwyo.edu and Derek Scasta (PI) jsca...@uwyo.edu

[ECOLOG-L] reposting request

[Johansen, Rebecca E]

Hello,
Could you please repost the following:

The Graduate Program in Biology at Austin Peay State University (APSU) invites 
applications for admission to our MS thesis-track program for Fall 2017. The 
program comprises approximately 30 students supported by research and teaching 
assistantships. APSU (11,000 students) is located in Clarksville, TN, 45 
minutes northwest of Nashville and is in close proximity to remnant prairies, 
numerous parks and public lands, and diverse aquatic ecosystems. For more 
information about the Biology Department and resources for research, please 
visit www.apsu.edu/biology.

The application deadline for Fall 2017 admission is March 1. For more 
information on application and admission requirements, see 
http://www.apsu.edu/biology/graduate/gradadmiss. Successful applicants will 
receive support from teaching or research assistantships and receive a full 
tuition waiver.

Because support of a faculty advisor is necessary for admission to the M.S. 
thesis-track plan of study, interested students should communicate with 
potential faculty research mentors as part of the application process. The 
following faculty are recruiting students for the upcoming Fall 2017-18 
academic year.
Carol Baskauf (baska...@apsu.edu)
Population genetics and ecophysiology of plants, focusing on rare species of 
conservation concern; comparisons of genetically or ecologically relevant 
attributes of rare and widespread congeners.

Mollie Cashner (cashn...@apsu.edu)
Evolution of reproductive behavior in fishes using both experimental and 
molecular approaches.

C.M. Gienger (gieng...@apsu.edu)
Ecology of amphibians and reptiles.

Rebecca Blanton Johansen (johans...@apsu.edu)
Evolution, phylogeography, and conservation of freshwater fishes and crayfishes.

Jason Malaney (malan...@apsu.edu)
Species-environment relationship with research focused at the interface of 
ecology and evolution; focused questions target a better understanding of the 
factors responsible for generating and maintaining diversity of wild mammals 
using specimen-based research.

Sergei Markov (mark...@apsu.edu) Research interests 
include: a) molecular hydrogen production by microorganisms; b) microalgae for 
biofuels and chemicals; c) bioreactors/photobioreactors and bioprocess 
engineering, and d) wastewater clean-up by microorganisms.
Gilbert Pitts (pit...@apsu.edu)
Reproductive neuroendocrinology.  Particularly, control of 
gonadotropin-releasing hormone.

Stefan Woltmann (woltma...@apsu.edu)
Behavioral and breeding ecology of birds associated with forested streams; 
ecology of imperiled grassland/prairie birds in the region.

Amy Thompson (thomps...@apsu.edu)
Study of cellular damage caused by brown recluse spider venom and 
identification of drugs that might reverse this damage; characterization of 
brown recluse spider sodium channels to aid in pesticide additive development 
that could be used to control spider populations; identification of limitations 
of currently used assays for determining gluten content in foods.

Austin Peay State University embraces diversity as a core value and as 
essential for our effective participation in the global community. Therefore, 
Austin Peay State University (APSU) does not discriminate against students, 
employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, 
color, religion, creed, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual 
orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected 
veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect 
to all employment, programs and activities sponsored by APSU.
___
Dr. Rebecca Blanton Johansen
Associate Professor, Department of Biology
PI, Center of Excellence for Field Biology
Curator of Fishes, David Snyder Vertebrate Museum
Austin Peay State University
PO Box 4718
681 Summer St.
Clarksville, TN 37040
Voice: 931-221-7774
E-mail: johans...@apsu.edu

[ECOLOG-L] Deadline Approaching: NIMBioS Tutorial: Uncertainty Quantification for Biological Models

[Catherine Crawley]

/**Mar 1 Deadline Appr//oaching**/

The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis 
(NIMBioS) is now accepting applications for its Tutorial, "Uncertainty 
Quantification for Biological Models," to be held June 26-28, 2017, at 
NIMBioS.


*Objectives: *This tutorial will focus on uncertainty quantification in 
mathematical models in the lifesciences and will provide researchers 
with the basic concepts, theory, and algorithms necessary to quantify 
input and response uncertainties and to perform sensitivity analysis for 
simulation models. Concepts to be covered may include: probability and 
statistics, parameter selection techniques, frequentist and Bayesian 
model calibration, propagation of uncertainties, quantification of model 
discrepancy, adaptive surrogate model construction, high-dimensional 
approximation, random sampling and sparse grids, as well as local and 
global sensitivity analysis. This tutorial is intended for graduate 
students, postdocs and researchers in mathematics, statistics, computer 
science and biology.


*Location: *NIMBioS at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville

*Co-Organizers: *Marisa Eisenberg, School of Public Health, Univ. of 
Michigan; Ben Fitzpatrick, Mathematics, Loyola Marymount Univ.; James 
Hyman, Mathematics, Tulane Univ.; Ralph Smith, Mathematics, North 
Carolina State Univ.; Clayton Webster, Computational and Applied 
Mathematics (CAM), Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Mathematics, Univ. of 
Tennessee


For more information about the tutorial and a link to the online 
application form, go to http://www.nimbios.org/tutorials/uncertainty


Participation in NIMBioS tutorials is by application only. Individuals 
with a strong interest in the topic are encouraged to apply, and 
successful applicants will be notified within two weeks after the 
application deadline. If needed, financial support for travel, meals, 
and lodging is available for tutorial attendees.


*Application deadline:* March 1, 2017

The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis 
(NIMBioS) (http://www.nimbios.org) brings together researchers from 
around the world to collaborate across disciplinary boundaries to 
investigate solutions to basic and applied problems in the life 
sciences. NIMBioS is sponsored by the National Science Foundation, with 
additional support from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.


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[ECOLOG-L] Vegetation Ecology Internship - San Francisco Bay Area National Parks

[Eric Wrubel]

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

POSITION: VEGETATION ECOLOGY INTERN
ORGANIZATION: National Park Service Inventory & Monitoring Program
LOCATION: Sausalito, CA.
POSTING DATE: February 16, 2017.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED

OVERVIEW
The National Park Service Inventory and Monitoring Program (I) collects,
organizes, analyzes, and synthesizes natural resource data and information
in the San Francisco Bay Area Network of National Parks. This internship
will support the I Vegetation Ecology program. For more information
about the San Francisco Bay Area I and the natural resources it
monitors, please visit: science.nature.nps.gov/im/units/sfan  and
www.sfnps.org/.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The San Francisco Bay Area Network is seeking two interns to assist with
plant community monitoring and invasive plant early detection protocols.
The interns will work primarily in Golden Gate National Recreation Area
and Point Reyes National Seashore, but will also make visits to Pinnacles
National Park, and John Muir National Historic Site.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
Plant Community Monitoring Program: utilizing point intercept techniques
to read vegetation plots; recording data; navigating using GPS; installing
permanent plot markers; photography; entering field data in a Microsoft
Access database and performing quality-control checks; assisting with
production of plot location manuals, using GIS, Google Earth, and MS Word.
Invasive Plant Early Detection Program: assisting in surveys for invasive
plants; collecting data using GPS units and/or tablets;
uploading/downloading field data on a web-based and/or GIS database and
performing quality-control; Creating survey tracklogs and other map
products in GIS and Google Earth.
Herbarium Work: Collecting, photographing, processing, scanning and
pressing plant specimens for digital and physical herbarium accession.

BENEFITS
Gain experience identifying plants of the Bay Area, one of the most
botanically rich regions in the California Floristic Province, a global
biodiversity hotspot. Learn vegetation sampling techniques that are
industry standards in land management and research.  Become proficient in
using GPS units to record field data. Gain experience with photography,
plant scanning and image management. Enjoy the scenery, wildlife, and
cultural resources of spectacular National Parks while engaging park
stewards. Professional development and training days are available to
pursue interests in other departments within the Park Service and Parks
Conservancy. Dormitory housing provided at Fort Cronkhite, Rodeo Beach,
Sausalito. Thirty Dollar ($30.00) per day stipend.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of one or more of the following college courses or equivalent
experience: Botany, Plant Taxonomy, Plant Ecology, Field Methods in
Ecology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Biostatistics. Basic
computer literacy, Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience with database
operations, ArcGIS, R, Photoshop, a plus. A valid driver’s license and
clean driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
This is a mixed position with field and office time each week. Must enjoy
working in an office setting and outside in various weather conditions and
terrains while maintaining a good attitude. Occasionally, field work can
include up to 8 miles of hiking/day, most often, 1-2 miles/day. Must be
able to lift, carry and position objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Field
work is both on and off-trail, and frequently involves bushwhacking
through dense vegetation. Interns will frequently encounter poison oak,
ticks, spiders, mosquitoes, and other wildlife. While we have a
comprehensive safety program, and provide protective equipment, please do
not apply if you have any hesitation about the physical requirements and
work environment.

TERMS
Desired Start Date:  April 2, 2017.
Six month term, April through September, 2017.
Work week is Monday – Friday.

To Apply: Email your resume, a cover letter, and three references to Eric
Wrubel at eric_wru...@nps.gov
Please indicate how you heard about the position.


The Parks Conservancy and National Park Service seek to increase diversity
in the workplace and reflect the changing demographics of our Bay Area
community.
People of color and from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

[ECOLOG-L] PhD position in tropical conservation at University of Sheffield

[David Edwards]

A PhD scholarship is available in tropical conservation at the Department of 
Animal and Plant
Sciences, University of Sheffield, UK. The position is fully funded by the 
Grantham Centre for
Sustainable Futures, including international, European or national tuition 
fees, research support,
and an annual stipend of £17,336 (four years), to begin in the Autumn/fall 2017.

The EdwardsLab conducts research at the nexus of biodiversity, land-use change 
and
environmental economics, and is focused on tropical forest conservation - for 
more
information visit the lab website: www.edwardslab.group.shef.ac.uk

This PhD project seeks to understand how to minimise ecological and social 
externalities in
tropical crop expansion.  With growing demand for tropical agricultural 
products, including palm
oil, rubber and wood-pulp, there is an urgent need to find sustainability 
between natural
ecosystems, people and economics. Each crop has an emerging crop-specific 
sustainability
initiative in varying degrees of development aimed at reducing the wider 
environmental and
social damage they cause (externalities). A major overlooked impediment is the 
planning
methodologies and resulting plans of government resource-use agencies, which 
increases the
conflicts between environment, society and different crop types for land. 
Focusing on West
Africa and Southeast Asia, this Scholarship will: (1) Quantify the ecological 
and social
externalities of agricultural expansion. (2) Determine the economic costs and 
benefits of
companies internalizing these externalities. (3) Spatially simulate optimal 
landscape plans for
multiple crops that maximize ecological, social and economic sustainability.

For more details on the project and to apply, visit:
http://grantham.sheffield.ac.uk/training/opportunities/edwards/
Application deadline is Thursday 23 February 2017.  Please contact David Edwards
(david.edwa...@sheffield.ac.uk) with any questions.

[ECOLOG-L] Post-doctoral Fellowship in Conservation Biology

[Resit Akcakaya]

Expression of Interest – NERC Knowledge Exchange Fellowship Application

University of Oxford
Department of Zoology
Interdisciplinary Centre for Conservation Science
E.J. Milner-Gulland, Tasso Leventis Professor of Biodiversity

In partnership with:
Akçakaya Lab, Stony Brook University
IUCN Species Survival Commission
Wildlife Conservation Society
Global Wildlife Conservation
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust
Zoological Society of London

The IUCN SSC Red List plays a fundamental role in documenting and monitoring
the status of biodiversity and is the respected "go-to" global repository of
scientifically-accurate information on species. The Red List reflects risk
of extinction and collapse, but also change in risk over time. However,
while genuine decline in risk should be celebrated as a conservation
success, it may only be a first step towards achievement of a more ambitious
conservation goal. Therefore, the IUCN Green List of species is envisioned
to fulfill the need to document all dimensions of species conservation
success and incentivize conservation action towards a species’ recovery and
preventing future declines.

A candidate is sought to submit a 3-year NERC Knowledge Exchange Fellowship
on Green Listing to translate the scientific advances in Red Listing and
Green Listing into a form that is useful to stakeholders including
non-governmental organizations and governments. This will include testing
current thinking on Green Listing on a wide variety of species and taxonomic
groups in partnership with IUCN SSC Specialist Groups, contributing to user
guidelines for Green Listing of species, helping to adapt the Green Listing
through incorporating feedback from testing, Specialist Groups and the IUCN
Green List Task Force, and leading on the preparation of scientific
publications on the concept. 

Knowledge Exchange fellows can come from an academic or an end-user
background. The successful candidate will be supported to submit a NERC
Knowledge Exchange Fellowship and if successful will be hosted at
Interdisciplinary Centre for Conservation Science, Department of Zoology,
University of Oxford for three years. They will work closely with the Green
List Task Force of the IUCN Species Survival Commission Red List Commission.
Candidates should have a PhD in conservation or a related field, and
relevant experience in either conservation science or practice.

To express your interest in working with us to develop a proposal, please
submit a CV and a one-page covering letter explaining your interest in, and
suitability for, this role to:
ej.milner-gull...@zoo.ox.ac.uk by 6th March 2017.

For more information about the scheme: 
http://www.nerc.ac.uk/funding/available/schemes/kefellows/

[ECOLOG-L] NSF Advanced Computational Research Experience for Students REU at Michigan State University- Predicting Biodiversity Hotspots and Coldspots in Space and Time

[Laura A. Twardochleb]

Michigan State University offers several NSF Advanced Computational  
Research Experience for Students (ACRES) REU positions for Summer 2017


One to three positions are available for the project: Predicting  
Biodiversity Hotspots and Coldspots in Space and Time
Mentors: Drs. Phoebe Zarnetske, Kyla Dahlin, Patricia Soranno, Kendra  
Cheruvelil, Andrew Finley, and Lifeng Luo.


A major challenge for scientists is to generate robust models that  
describe and predict biodiversity in space and time. With these  
models, we can identify hotspots (highs) and coldspots (lows) of  
biodiversity change, which are likely linked with shifts in ecosystem  
functions and services. Students will have the opportunity to study  
and forecast the effects of climate change on biodiversity and  
ecosystem functioning, using a variety of computational tools and  
spatial analysis. Key aspects of the project include: analyzing ?big  
data? from the NSF National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) and  
Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF), learning remote  
sensing techniques, conducting statistical spatial analysis in R  
(including species distribution modeling), learning Python and QGIS,  
and learning to run models on the MSU High Performance Computing  
Cluster.


Prior coursework in biology, ecology, or environmental science is a  
plus but not required.


Other ACRES REU opportunities are also available at Michigan State. To  
learn more about these opportunities, and to apply, visit:

https://icer-acres.msu.edu/

For other questions, contact Dr. Phoebe Zarnetske: p...@anr.msu.edu



Laura A. Twardochleb
PhD Student
Zarnetske Spatial & Community Ecology Lab
Dept. of Fisheries and Wildlife
Program in Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior
Michigan State University
communityecologylab.weebly.com

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Plant Ecology Technician

[Miller, Kathryn]

The Schoodic Institute is recruiting a seasonal Plant Ecology Technician 
to conduct long-term vegetation and contribute to forest research in the 
Acadia National Park Region.
 
Job Title: Plant Ecology Technician
Job Type: full-time, temporary position
Organization: Schoodic Institute
Location: Bar Harbor, ME 
Open Period: February 16- March 2
Vacancies: 1 technician
Duration: 15 weeks mid May to August (exact dates TBD)
Pay: $14/hour
 
Job Description:
The incumbent will contribute to forest research programs with the 
Schoodic Institute, and assist with long-term vegetation monitoring 
programs in Acadia National Park. The incumbent will attend 2 weeks of 
forest crew training in Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical 
Park and Morristown National Historical Park. The incumbent will then 
rotate time between assisting the Forest Ecology Program Director with 
forest research (approx. 4-6 weeks) and sampling forest and freshwater 
wetland vegetation for long-term monitoring programs in Acadia National 
Park (approx. 7 weeks).
 
This is a field-based position, and incumbent will be required to carry a 
35+ pound pack, work in all weather conditions, and hike off trail through 
rough terrain. Incumbent may be exposed to deer ticks that carry Lyme 
disease, biting insects, poison ivy and dense brush. Park housing will be 
available at the field station (Bar Harbor, ME), and the incumbent will be 
required to pay for housing while at their field station.  When away from 
field station (approx. 2 weeks), Schoodic Institute will pay lodging and 
per diem costs.  
 
For more information and to apply, please view the announcement on the 
Schoodic website:

https://www.schoodicinstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities/plant-
ecology-technician/

[ECOLOG-L] Job Announcement: Forest Ecology Technicians

[Miller, Kathryn]

The Schoodic Institute is recruiting 3 seasonal Forest Ecology Technicians 
to be a part of a 4 person field crew that will be collecting forest 
health data in 16 parks throughout the Eastern US.
 
Job Title: Forest Ecology Technician
Job Type: full-time, temporary position
Organization: Schoodic Institute
Location: Bar Harbor, ME (Field Station first 10 weeks), and 
Fredericksburg, VA (Field Station second 9 weeks)
Open Period: February 16- March 2
Vacancies: 3 crew members
Duration: 19 weeks mid May to September (exact dates TBD)
Pay: $16/hour
 
Job Description:
Incumbents will sample permanent forest monitoring plots collecting data 
on forest health, structure and composition, regeneration, understory 
vegetation, coarse woody debris, and soil characteristics. The crew will 
work in 16 park sites from Virginia to Maine, starting with a week of 
training in Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park in 
Woodstock, VT.  The first 4 weeks of the season will be spent sampling 
National Historic Parks in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.  The 
crew will then spend approximately 5 weeks sampling in Acadia National 
Park, and 8 weeks working in Mid-Atlantic parks located in Virginia and 
Pennsylvania.  The crew will stay in park housing where available, and 
lodging may include hotels, historic buildings and cabins.  Other duties 
may include pressing unknown plant specimens, equipment maintenance and 
repair, preparing soil samples for processing, and data entry.
 
This is largely a field based position, and incumbents will be required to 
carry heavy field equipment (40+lbs), hike though rough terrain, learn and 
identify plants common to eastern forests, and work in all weather 
conditions.  Incumbent may be exposed to deer ticks that carry Lyme 
disease, biting insects, poison ivy and dense brush. Park housing will be 
available at the field stations (Bar Harbor, ME and Fredericksburg, VA), 
and crew will be required to pay for housing while at their field station.  
When away from field station (approx. 50% of the time), Schoodic Institute 
will pay lodging and per diem costs.  
 
For more information and to apply, please view the announcement on the 
Schoodic website:
https://www.schoodicinstitute.org/about/employment-opportunities/forest-
ecology-technician/

[ECOLOG-L] M.Sc. Global Change Ecology, University of Bayreuth, Ger many – Application open until June 15th 2017

[Jaeschke, Anja]

Dear Sir/Madam,
We would like to advertise the application deadline this summer for an 
attractive and intense international MSc study program in Global Change Ecology 
at the University of Bayreuth in Germany. Either you in person or bachelor 
students and graduates around may be interested in this qualification.

The program is devoted to understanding and analyzing the most important and 
consequential environmental concern of the 21st century; namely, the ecological 
consequences of Global Change, especially the effects of climate change and 
biodiversity loss. One of the program's focus is the linking of natural science 
and socio-economic perspectives. The international program is realized in close 
contact with research institutions, NGOs and companies and administration. Our 
study program has been acknowledged by the United Nations as an observer 
organization. During the last years, we received applications from more than 70 
countries.

Teaching language is in English. Accepted candidates do not have to pay tuition 
fees.

Applicants from any academic background that is related to the scope of this 
study program are welcome to apply. Applications can be uploaded on the Online 
Application portal.

The deadline is 15th of June 2017. Please, check the link below for application 
details.
https://www.bayceer.uni-bayreuth.de/gce/en/lehre/gru/html.php?id_obj=39882

We encourage and appreciate you to disseminate this information! Our 
coordinators will be happy to assist candidates in their application if 
something is unclear.

Best wishes,
Carl Beierkuhnlein

--
Dr. Anja Jaeschke
Biogeographical Modelling - Department of Biogeography
Coordination M.Sc. Global Change Ecology
University of Bayreuth
D-95440 Bayreuth
Phone: +49921/55-2256
Fax: +49921/55-2315
anja.jaesc...@uni-bayreuth.de
g...@uni-bayreuth.de
www.global-change-ecology.de

[ECOLOG-L] 4th International Entomological Congress Ithaca, NY, USA 1928

[Jorge A. Santiago-Blay]

4th International Entomological Congress Ithaca, NY, USA 1928

Dear Colleagues:

Does anyone know of a key for the identification of fellow entomologists in
the  images of the 4th International Entomological Congress Ithaca, NY, USA
1928?  If you have a key (or are interested in seeing the image) could you
email me?

blayjo...@gmail.com

Gratefully,

Jorge

P.S. Apologies for potential duplicate emails.

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[ECOLOG-L] Job: EPA/ORAU watershed software developer position in Athens, GA

[David Inouye]

https://www.zintellect.com/Posting/Details/2558 



The Office of Research and Development at the EPA supports research to 
improve the scientific basis for decisions on national environmental 
issues and help EPA achieve its environmental goals. Research is 
conducted in a broad range of environmental areas by scientists in EPA 
laboratories and at universities across the country.


The candidate shall work with a mentor as part of a multi-disciplinary 
research team and provide technical support for development of watershed 
modeling components. The work shall include development, testing, 
deployment, and documenting of desktop and web software as part of the 
component/service based watershed hydrology within the context of water 
quantity and water quality.


Location: This job will be located at EPA’s facility in Athens, GA.

Salary: The selected applicant will become a full time temporary 
employee of ORAU and will receive an hourly wage of $20.04 for hours worked.


Expected Start Date: The position start date is February 2017. The 
selected applicant will be temporary employees of ORAU working as a 
contractor to EPA. The initial contract period is through May 14, 2017. 
EPA may elect to renew the contract for an additional three 12-month 
optional periods.

[ECOLOG-L] Job: Field technician at University of Maryland

[Katherine Lynn Tully]

Applications are invited for a field technician position at the University of 
Maryland/Agricultural 
Research Service. The candidate will assist in several phases of a large-scale 
research project 
on the environmental and agronomic benefits of cover crop cultivation in the 
Mid-Atlantic. 

Project Scope: Agriculture contributes about 42% of the nitrogen entering the 
Chesapeake 
Bay. The 2025 goal of the Chesapeake Bay Program (CBP) is to reduce 
agriculture’s N loading 
by 20%. Cover cropping is an important best management practice (BMP) to 
recycle and 
conserve N in soil-crop-livestock systems by sequestering N that might 
otherwise leach into 
groundwater. This large-scale project investigates coupled water-nitrogen 
cycling in cover 
crop systems across Maryland, Georgia, and North Carolina. 

Position Description: The individual must be required to perform a variety of 
technical duties in 
the laboratory, field, or greenhouse. Applicants should have knowledge of the 
basic principles 
of biological science (e.g., soil science, plant pathology, plant physiology, 
entomology, 
biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, etc.).

Please apply online: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/49509 by 24 Feb, 2017